- 536 W. Erie St., River North
This Italian steakhouse located on the north branch of the Chicago River is a classic, clubby neighborhood eatery, with large picture windows draped in floral c... READ MORE
This Italian steakhouse located on the north branch of the Chicago River is a classic, clubby neighborhood eatery, with large picture windows draped in floral c... READ MORE
Brought to you by the group behind Rockwood Place, Angels & Mariachis and LaSalle Power Co., this pub takes on a gastro-pub approach that caters to a lunch crow... READ MORE
Crescendo is now operated by the folks behind Sound-Bar. Only subtle tweaks to the decor have been made to this two-story club located in the former L8 space; t... READ MORE
This masculine, upscale sports bar in River North is just steps away from the Merchandise Mart. The name gives a nod to the city's two major sports teams, plus ... READ MORE
The Shady Lady rock bar and bistro has changed names and shifted gears. Now Fedora Lounge, the bar and eatery features TVs airing classic movies -- from western... READ MORE
This sprawling restaurant-lounge from the owners of Social Twenty-Five and Moe's Cantina was designed to mix nightlife, dining and sports. Three separate areas ... READ MORE
Club Lago has been a part of Chicago history since 1952, when original owners Gus and Ida Lazzarini came to town from Lucca, Italy (near Florence), and used the... READ MORE
Co-owner Freud Naajar has a success on his hands. All patrons enjoy their deep-dish pizza surrounded by forest green walls sprinkled with framed pictures of Chi... READ MORE
Silver Cloud is an elegant and cozy diner, serving old-fashioned comfort food such as pot roast, chicken pot pie, and meatloaf and mashed potatoes. Cocktails ar... READ MORE
This popular Logan Square hangout offers an enormous selection of microbrews and imports, ultra-comfy couches and free popcorn to boot. A second room with more ... READ MORE
When alfresco fever sweeps Chicago every summer, expect heat seekers to flock to this River North spot to sip and soak up the sun on this bar's rooftop deck and... READ MORE
Wicker Park and Bucktown are booming, but not all nightlife revolves around the six-corners intersection. Cortland's Garage provides the neighborhood with a coz... READ MORE
Looking for a chic cocktail bar with a laid-back attitude but sick of your standby spot? Try Plan B--literally. Textured wallpaper, black denim banquettes and d... READ MORE
Several former staffers from the closed Club 950 are behind this Bucktown lounge, located in the former Mi Familia address. The long and skinny first floor boas... READ MORE
This inconspicuous afterhours spot is open on select nights of the week only. Don't bother looking for a sign -- there isn't one. Instead, look for a doorway co... READ MORE
Enter through the back alley and head up the stairs -- but first, you've got to get past the door staff. There isn't a guest list or RSVP policy currently in pl... READ MORE
This lounge located beneath New York import Mercadito is the brainchild of Alfredo Sandoval, a partner in Mercadito and New York nightlife personality Aalexande... READ MORE
Enter through River North restaurant Gilt Bar and head downstairs through the velvet curtains next to the bar to find this hidden hot spot (formerly called Curi... READ MORE
Update: Tzar has closed; Bevy lounge is now in this space. This luxe River North nightclub is a hybrid spot joining the best of both clubs and lounges. The lavi...READ MORE
Update: Teaze Lounge is now closed. Leave your shiny shirt at home: Jeans, Chuck Taylors and other casual attire are fine to wear to this comfortable River Nort... READ MORE